Experts recommend Orange Micro Terror more than Orange Micro Dark
As of 9 Jan 2025, experts prefer Orange Micro Terror over Orange Micro Dark, but both Guitar Amps have solid expert endorsements.
As per this month's meta ranking, Orange Micro Terror received 2 recommendations: from Gearank (13 Aug 2024) and BestReviews (1 Dec 2024). Orange Micro Dark was also endorsed 2 times: by Gearank (13 Aug 2024) and Guitar World (6 Mar 2024). However, experts generally ranked Orange Micro Dark lower than Orange Micro Terror in their articles, which caused it to rank lower in ReviewFinder ranking.
| Rank | Change | Price | Guitar Amp | Gearank  | GuitarPlayer  | BestReviews  | Music Radar  | Guitar World  | BestCovery  | Ledger Note  | Music Critic  | Loud Beats  | audiosorcerer.com  |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | - | $159 |  Orange Micro Terror The Orange Micro Terror is a highly regarded hybrid amplifier that combines a tube preamp stage with a solid-state amp stage, delivering a clear and defined tone with a distinct Orange "growl and bite," making it a versatile and portable option for musicians. | 3 | - | 2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 17 | - | $199 |  Orange Micro Dark The Orange Micro Dark is a hybrid amplifier that combines the warm tone of a tube amp with the reliability and affordability of a solid-state amp, making it a powerful and versatile option for aggressive rock and metal genres. | 4 | - | - | - | 9 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 13 Aug 2024 Gearank ranked Orange Micro Terror as #3 and Orange Micro Dark as #4
Rank Guitar Amp Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 5 Orange Micro Terror Best Guitar Amp Head Under $200#4 out of 5 Orange Micro Dark Best Budget Amp Head for Metal... ... ... Source: www.gearank.com - On 6 Mar 2024 Guitar World ranked Orange Micro Dark as #9
Rank Guitar Amp Comment ... ... ... #9 out of 12 Orange Micro Dark A micro amp with a massive sound... ... ... Source: www.guitarworld.com - On 1 Dec 2024 BestReviews ranked Orange Micro Terror as #2
Rank Guitar Amp Comment ... ... ... #2 out of 5 Orange Micro Terror Best bang for the buck... ... ... Source: bestreviews.com
After counting and adding up the 103 expert endorsements of the January rankings, Orange Micro Terror outranks Orange Micro Dark. This is not to say that Orange Micro Dark is a bad option. Like Orange Micro Terror, it is recommended by experts, but less.
| Rank | Change | Price | Guitar Amp |
Gearank | GuitarPlayer |
BestReviews | Music Radar | Guitar World | BestCovery | Ledger Note | Music Critic | Loud Beats | audiosorcerer.com |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | $169 |  Orange Crush 20 The Orange Crush 20 guitar amplifier is highly praised for its exceptional sound quality, versatility, power, and durability, making it a reliable choice for guitarists in various use cases. | 1 | - | 3 | - | - | - | 2 | - | 3 | - |
| 2 | - | $249 |  Positive Grid Spark The Positive Grid Spark is a versatile and portable digital guitar amplifier with customizable sound options, Bluetooth connectivity, and a companion app, making it ideal for practice sessions and small performances. | - | 1 | - | 1 | 4 | - | - | - | - | - |
| 3 | - | Check price |  Marshall MG50CFX | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1 | -
| 1 | - |
| 4 | - | Check price |  Marshall DSL100H | - | - | - | - | - | 12 | 5 | - | - | 1 |
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Expert reviews [7]
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 7
Expert reviews [10]
- with a score: 2
- without a score: 8
| Highest score by guitarniche.com | 340 |
| Average score based on 10 reviews | 217 |
| Lowest score by myguitarlair.com | 94 |
Score distribution:
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- Power: 20Watt (hybrid)
- Tube: one 12AX7 (preamp)
- Controls: Gain, shape, volume
- Impedance: 8 16 ohms
- Headphone out with CabSim circuit
- Carrying handle
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- Power: 20 watt (hybrid)
- Tube: 1 12AX7 tube preamp with solid state power amp
- Controls: Volume, tone and gain
- Headphone output & Aux input for MP3
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